2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
