2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C5 | A |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
