2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 2009 Citroen C4 and 1993 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
