2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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, 1997 Toyota Carina (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina 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:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
