2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G 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 G (561 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C5 | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 96 L |