2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 185 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
