2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C5 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
