2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 1972 Mercury Monterey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (295 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C5 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |