1995 Citroen C vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 940 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
