2008 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Multivan and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 777 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. 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 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Multivan | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
Model | Multivan | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |