2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
