2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 117 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
