2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |