2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C4 and 2004 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1252 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.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
