2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Venza 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 Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Venza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |