2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C5 | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
