2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C5 (167 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3260 mm |
