2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
