2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |