2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Golf (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Golf (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1995 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
