Citroen DS4 2014 vs Toyota Auris 2013
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.3 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 99 HP | |
| Torque: | 230 NM | 128 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds | |
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Citroen DS4 is more dynamic to drive. Citroen DS4 engine produces 31 HP more power than Toyota Auris, whereas torque is 102 NM more than Toyota Auris. Thanks to more power Citroen DS4 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.0 | 5.4 | |
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The Citroen DS4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Citroen DS4 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Auris, which means that by driving the Citroen DS4 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1200 km in combined cycle | 920 km in combined cycle | |
| 1390 km on highway | 1060 km on highway | ||
| Citroen DS4 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 280'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Citroen DS4 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Peugeot 308, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008, Citroen C4 | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Toyota Corolla, Toyota Yaris, Toyota Verso, Toyota iQ | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Toyota Auris engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Citroen DS4 2014 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Citroen DS4 2014 1.2 engine Toyota Auris 2013 1.3 engine: The engine is known for its reliability but exhibits several common issues, especially as mileage increases. Owners report minor oil consumption, which tends to grow over time due to piston ring coking. Individual ignition ... More about Toyota Auris 2013 1.3 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.28 m | 4.28 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.53 m | 1.46 m | |
| Citroen DS4 and Toyota Auris are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 385 litres | 360 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1021 litres | no data | |
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Citroen DS4 has more luggage capacity. Citroen DS4 has 25 litres more trunk space than the Toyota Auris. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Citroen DS4 is 0.3 metres more than that of the Toyota Auris. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`790 | 1`735 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Toyota Auris scores higher in safety tests. The Citroen DS4 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 7200 | |
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