2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
