2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
