2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
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 Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Parati will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Parati |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
