2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.

Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2007 Toyota Highlander 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. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C5 2007 Toyota Highlander
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C5 Highlander
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption 6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 72 L


 

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