2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 319 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
