2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 503 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C5 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
