2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 227 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Solara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |