2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.

Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C5 2002 Toyota RAV4
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C5 RAV4
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 117 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 57 L