2012 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C5 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Golf |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |