2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.
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, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C5 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
