2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C4 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |