1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | C5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
