2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Ford Ka
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 Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 727 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2001 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
