2009 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Citi | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Citi | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 71 L |
