2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 123 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.

Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C5 2006 Jeep Wrangler
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C5 Wrangler
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 3966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 98.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 86.7 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1422 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption 6 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.3 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 72 L


 

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