2005 Citroen C vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Solara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
