2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1968 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C5 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |