2005 Scion xA vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Scion xA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion xA would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Scion xA | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Scion | Citroen |
Model | xA | C4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |