2003 Citroen C vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 981 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 85 L |
