2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C5 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
