2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 4 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion iQ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ.
Because 2013 Scion iQ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ will offer significantly more control. 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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C4 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2000 mm |
