2001 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
