2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Yaris | C4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |