2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2002 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
