2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 790 kg more 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |