2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
