2000 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Bora | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Bora | C4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
