2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra 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 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2000 Opel Vectra. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
