2005 Citroen C4 vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo

To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.

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, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C4 1992 Toyota Paseo
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C4 Paseo
Year Released 2005 1992
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.4:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 939 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L