2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 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. Both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2008 Citroen C5 are equipped with a 1,749 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
