2000 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Mountaineer | C5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
