2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 318 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.
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 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C5 | Milan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2178 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |