2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (205 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma (382 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Tacoma | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
