2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Telstar 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 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
