2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
