2005 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2011 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
