2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
