2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |