2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 117 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C4 | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |