2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 38 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.

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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2008 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. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C5 2008 Toyota Highlander
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C5 Highlander
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 3546 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1422 kg 1384 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2800 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 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 73 L