2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Ford C-MAX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford C-MAX (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. 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, 2004 Ford C-MAX (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |