2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2001 Skoda Superb.
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 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Superb has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Superb 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 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C5 | Superb |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
