2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 226 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |