2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.6 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |