2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina.
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, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |