2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |