2011 Ford S-Max vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2011 Ford S-Max and 2011 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 216 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford S-Max 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:
| 2011 Ford S-Max | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | S-Max | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
