2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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, 2007 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara. 2007 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Solara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
