2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Echo 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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 (314 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
