2011 Toyota Highlander vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Highlander | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Highlander | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
