2010 Toyota Prius vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Prius | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Prius | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |