2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 651 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Touareg | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
