2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (176 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
