2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C4 2006 Toyota 4Runner
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C4 4Runner
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 260 HP
Torque 147 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 1844 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 87 L