Citroen C5 2006 vs Opel Vectra 2005

 
Citroen C5
2006 - 2006
Opel Vectra
2005 - 2007
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.0 Petrol2.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain
Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.

Performance

Power: 143 HP175 HP
Torque: 200 NM265 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.1 seconds9.1 seconds
Opel Vectra is a more dynamic driving.
Citroen C5 engine produces 32 HP less power than Opel Vectra, whereas torque is 65 NM less than Opel Vectra. Due to the lower power, Citroen C5 reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.08.9
Real fuel consumption: 9.3 l/100km8.8 l/100km
By specification Citroen C5 consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Vectra, which means that by driving the Citroen C5 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 135 litres of fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Citroen C5 consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Vectra.
Fuel tank capacity: 66 litres61 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 820 km in combined cycle680 km in combined cycle
700 km with real consumption690 km with real consumption
Citroen C5 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 460'000 km400'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Citroen C5 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 20 years6 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Peugeot 307, Peugeot 407, Citroen C4 Picasso, Citroen C4Used also on Opel Signum
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C5 might be a better choice in this respect.
Opel Vectra 2005 2.0 engine: The engine is identical to Saab B207L engine. It features an aluminum alloy block with cast iron liners and a chain-driven timing system without variable valve timing.It has two balance shafts with a separate ...  More about Opel Vectra 2005 2.0 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.75 m4.61 m
Width: 1.77 m1.80 m
Height: 1.48 m1.46 m
Citroen C5 is 14 cm longer than the Opel Vectra, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Citroen C5 is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 471 litres500 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1360 litres
Opel Vectra has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Citroen C5 has 29 litres less trunk space than the Opel Vectra. This could mean that the Citroen C5 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 11.8 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Citroen C5 is 0.8 metres more than that of the Opel Vectra, which means Citroen C5 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`5001`960
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

below average
Citroen C5 has slightly fewer faults.
Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Opel Vectra, so Citroen C5 quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€): 14001400
Pros and Cons: Citroen C5 has
  • timing belt engine
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • longer expected engine lifespan
Opel Vectra has
  • timing chain engine
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
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