1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | C4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
