2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
