2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
