2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2005 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
