2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel 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 10 kg more than 2003 Opel 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 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
