2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Toyota RSC were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | RSC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
