2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |