2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 895 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C5 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C5 Tundra
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 443 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1666 kg 2561 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5810 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3221 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 100 L


 

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