2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C5 | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |