2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 454 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
