2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |