2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C5 | 109 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |