2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
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, 1999 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Solara |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |