2011 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2011 Opel Astra and 2011 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Opel Astra | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Opel | Citroen |
Model | Astra | C5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1384 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 71 L |