2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |