2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C5 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
