2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 781 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C5 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
