2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Touran |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |