2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry. 2008 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
