2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
