2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C5 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
