2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |