2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Citroen Xanae
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (285 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2000 Citroen Xanae | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Xanae |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
