1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 317 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | C5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
