2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1625 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |