2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 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 RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |