2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |