2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 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), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 299 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
