2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Holden Vectra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra.
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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | C5 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |