2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | C5 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |