2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |