2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 757 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1988 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 309 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
