2003 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 583 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
