2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 352 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 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 |
