2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C5 | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
