2000 Toyota Soarer vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 337 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Soarer | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Soarer | C5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |