2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 201 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 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C5 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |