2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C5 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
