2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 vs. 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 1.8i
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 and 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 1.8i 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 85 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 1.8i. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 1.8i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 1.8i. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 1.8i. (170 Nm @ 3750 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 Tourer 1.8i. 2012 Citroen C5 3.0 V6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 1.8i has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 1.8i 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 Tourer 1.8i | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C5 | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 71 L |