2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
