2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa. 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, 2000 Toyota Opa (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Opa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
