2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 526 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.
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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1851 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
