2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra.
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, 2002 Opel Astra (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2002 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |