2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 728 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
