1996 Rover 220 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 220. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 220.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 220 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | 220 | C4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |