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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (250 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm). 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 | 1761 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |