2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |