2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
