2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
