2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Citroen C5

To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2011 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Citroen C5 2012 Citroen C5
Make Citroen Citroen
Model C5 C5
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 196 km/hour 208 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 66 L


 

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