2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 718 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make Citroen Mercedes-Benz
Model C5 ML
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 234 km/hour 235 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1597 kg 2315 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 95 L


 

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