2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Because 1993 Toyota Previa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Previa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
