2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 342 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |