2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |