2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
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, 2005 Rover 25 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C5 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
