2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 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 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
