2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C5 | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 68.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |