2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Avensis | C5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
