2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Eagle Talon.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Eagle Talon. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 1999 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1999 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | C5 | Talon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
