2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
Model | Golf | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |