2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
