2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 3 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 476 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
