2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C5 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
