2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 1997 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
