2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 332 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.
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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1621 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 2.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 2.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |