2007 Mercury Milan vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2007 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Milan | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Milan | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |