1995 Citroen C vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 990 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma (382 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
