2005 Citroen C vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 576 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |