2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1995 Rover 600.
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, 1995 Rover 600 (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C5 | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |