2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
