2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 439 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |