2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Citroen C4
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2006 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | PT Cruiser | C4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
