2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |