2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
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 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
