2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
