2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1989 Ford Granada

To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada.

Because 1989 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ford Granada (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.

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2004 Citroen C5 1989 Ford Granada
Make Citroen Ford
Model C5 Granada
Year Released 2004 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1422 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 116 L