2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo.
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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
