2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
