2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 381 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |