2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |