2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Antara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |