2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 163 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |