2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. 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, 2004 Toyota Avalon (279 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2004 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |