2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2011 Scion xD.
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 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C4 | xD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
