2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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 C4. 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 (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
