2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2009 Volkswagen Routan
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model C5 Routan
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 313 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1589 kg 1247 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3080 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 78 L


 

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