2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 881 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C1. 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 (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 180 L |
