2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 965 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
