2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 2002 Toyota Corolla 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. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |