2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 558 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 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |