2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
