2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4009 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1298 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 84 L |