2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C5 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C5 | A |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
