2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Rover 45
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2003 Rover 45. 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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2003 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C5 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 54 L |
