2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
