2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
