2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
