2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.

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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C5 Camry
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 2358 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.7 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 70 L


 

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