2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 653 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 2005 Toyota Tundra. 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 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C5 2005 Toyota Tundra
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C5 Tundra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4671 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 430 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 2028 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 100 L


 

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