2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Ford Orion
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1993 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1993 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Orion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
