2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (181 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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, 2001 Saturn Vue (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Saturn | Citroen |
| Model | Vue | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
