2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
