2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Citroen C5.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |