2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 vs. 2012 Citroen C5 HDi 110 FAP
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 and 2012 Citroen C5 HDi 110 FAP were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5 HDi 110 FAP. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5 HDi 110 FAP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5 HDi 110 FAP. 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 3.0 V6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5 HDi 110 FAP. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5 HDi 110 FAP. 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C5 HDi 110 FAP has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C5 HDi 110 FAP will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 | 2012 Citroen C5 HDi 110 FAP | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C5 | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 71 L |