2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 309 kg more than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C5 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |