2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C3 and 2001 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | C5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |