2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 711 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
