2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
