2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C4 and 2004 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 98 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 Peugeot 406 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C4 | 406 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |