2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Auris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |