2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 49 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |