2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |