2009 Mercury Milan vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Milan | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Milan | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |