2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 190 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
