2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Citroen C2
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2000 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |
