2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (131 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
