2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |