2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 451 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
