2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 268 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Citroen C5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C5 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |