2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 897 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Because 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | Beaulieu | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 66 L |
