2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2001 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
