2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 30 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.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Puma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
