2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
