2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1573 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
