2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 211 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C5 | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |