2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 MG ZT
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 MG ZT were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZT weights approximately 63 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 MG ZT (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT 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 ZT | |
Make | Citroen | MG |
Model | C5 | ZT |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |