2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 604 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.

Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C5 2005 Toyota Tundra
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C5 Tundra
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 430 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1424 kg 2028 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3270 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.5 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 6.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 100 L


 

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