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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 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 Citroen C5 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 MG ZT.
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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (196 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 | 1996 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |