2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | K |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
