2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 398 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | C5 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |