2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 526 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |