2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
