2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 621 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
Model | Touareg | C5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 96 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |