2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
