2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (221 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 486 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 ML 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 ML 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 ML (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C5 | ML |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |