2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2002 Saab 05-Sep.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
