1995 Volvo 440 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 440 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | 440 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
