2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 821 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
