2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C5 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 751 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C5 | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |