2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
