2006 Toyota Aygo vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Aygo | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Aygo | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
