2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |