2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
