2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 13 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 15 kg more than 2013 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
