2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 679 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
