2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
