2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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 Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 Avalon | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
