2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.

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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C5 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model C5 Jetta
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 2480 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1396 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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