2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 2 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |