2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Vectra | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
