2010 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2002 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (290 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C5 | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
