2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1455 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |
