2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 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. Both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2012 Citroen C5 are equipped with a 2,179 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 131 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
