2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
