2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2003 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2002 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C5 | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C5 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
