2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 MG ZR
To start off, 2006 MG ZR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 MG ZR.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 MG ZR | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | C5 | ZR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
