2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 346 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C5 | Viano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |