2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Mariner | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |