2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 69 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.4 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 | 1458 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |