2003 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Scion xA
To start off, 2006 Scion xA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion xA (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C4 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2006 Scion xA.
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, 2003 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xA. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C4 | 2006 Scion xA | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C4 | xA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
