2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 Crown Victoria | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |