2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 487 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 97 L |
