2005 Citroen C vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |