2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5. 2003 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C5 | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3270 mm |
