2012 Citroen C5 Kombi 2.2 HDi SX vs. 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 3.0 V6
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C5 Kombi 2.2 HDi SX and 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 3.0 V6 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 Tourer 3.0 V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 3.0 V6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5 Kombi 2.2 HDi SX. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 3.0 V6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5 Kombi 2.2 HDi SX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 3.0 V6 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5 Kombi 2.2 HDi SX. 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 Kombi 2.2 HDi SX (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 3.0 V6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 Kombi 2.2 HDi SX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 3.0 V6. 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 3.0 V6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C5 Kombi 2.2 HDi SX has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C5 Kombi 2.2 HDi SX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 3.0 V6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Citroen C5 Kombi 2.2 HDi SX | 2012 Citroen C5 Tourer 3.0 V6 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C5 | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |