2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 2004 Citroen C4 and 1993 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |