2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 218 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
