2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1272 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 45 L |
