2012 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Citroen C4

To start off, both 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2012 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 751 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Toyota Highlander 2012 Citroen C4
Make Toyota Citroen
Model Highlander C4
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type CVT Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4796 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2789 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 60 L