2005 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen GTI | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | GTI | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
