2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
