2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |