2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
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 (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
