2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, 2005 MG ZR 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 MG ZR.
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, 2005 MG ZR (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 MG ZR | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | C5 | ZR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
