2004 Vauxhall Signum vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Signum 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Signum.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Vauxhall Signum | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Citroen |
Model | Signum | C5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |