2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2011 Scion xD.
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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Scion xD has manual transmission. 2011 Scion xD 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 | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C5 | xD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
