2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 110 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | C4 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
