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, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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 | 1390 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
