2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
