2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |