2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |