2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
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, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
