2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2002 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | GT1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
