2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2002 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
