2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
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 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
