2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 613 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2307 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 | 10 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |