2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Lupo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 982 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |