2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |