2003 Citroen C5 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. 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, 2003 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |