2006 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Lupo | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
