2000 Ford Equator vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen C4 (200 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Equator | C4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1586 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2730 mm |
