2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 182 kg more than 2001 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |