2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RunX 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 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
