2010 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Ford Mustang 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 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mustang | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Mustang | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
