2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 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. Both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2008 Citroen C5 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
