2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 157 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.
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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |