1999 Toyota Solara vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Solara | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Solara | C5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |