2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 4 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 990 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. 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 (382 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |
