2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5. 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Previa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |