2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
