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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) 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 1222 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 (395 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.

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 1997 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 395 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 2447 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 Tank Capacity 60 L 106 L


 

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