2001 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Because 2001 Toyota MR2 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 2001 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (200 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota MR2 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | MR2 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
