2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
