2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 218 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | C5 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
