2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 1990 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Citroen C5 1990 Toyota Camry
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C5 Camry
Year Released 2000 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L