2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 204 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 180 L |