2003 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 354 kg more than 2003 Citroen C4. 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, 2003 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C4 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C4 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |