2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2000 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
