2010 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz R and 2010 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 917 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
| Model | R | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
