2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C4 and 2005 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 775 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4Runner (435 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C4 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C4 4Runner
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 435 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 2055 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 87 L