2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 3 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, 2007 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
