2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |