2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Scion tC
To start off, 2006 Scion tC is newer by 2 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
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 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 Scion tC | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C5 | tC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
