2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1404 mm |
