2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 Citroen C5.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C5 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
