2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Corolla | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |