1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Daewoo Chairman (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Citroen |
| Model | Chairman | C4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
