2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C5 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
