2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 2001 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C5 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
