2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
