1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 975 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | C4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
