2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
