2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 2 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
