2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
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, 2006 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Sera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
