2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C5 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 577 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 ML 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 ML 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 ML (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C5 | ML |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |