2005 Toyota RunX vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. Both 2005 Toyota RunX and 2012 Citroen C4 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RunX | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | RunX | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
