2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,602 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 241 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 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C5 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |