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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 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 340 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
