2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Citroen C5

To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 960 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 2012 Citroen C5
Make Toyota Citroen
Model Land Cruiser C5
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4164 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.8:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 170 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.9 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2520 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 68 L