2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 211 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5.
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, 2010 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Mariner | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |