2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 144 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 2010 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | C5 | Liberty |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |