2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 MG ZS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 MG ZS | |
Make | Citroen | MG |
Model | C5 | ZS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |