2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 785 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2037 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
