2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |