2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
