2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.
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, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
