2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Scion xB
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Scion xB were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Scion xB (108 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Scion xB.
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 Scion xB (142 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Scion xB | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C5 | xB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
