2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 14 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
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 | 1633 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |