2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 4 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
