2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Golf | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
