2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.9 mm |
| 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 | 1290 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
