2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |