2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (134 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C4 | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |