2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |