2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
