2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
