2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (295 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |