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 2,964 cc, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 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. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
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 (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 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 | 1587 cc | 2964 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
