2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (314 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Crown Victoria | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
