2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius.
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 Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius 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 Prius | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Prius |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 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 | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |