2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |