2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
Model | Passat | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |