2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 205 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
