2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
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 | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |