2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
