2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 979 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Tacoma | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 71 L |