2002 Toyota Soarer vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 203 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5. 2002 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Soarer | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Soarer | C5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |