2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
