2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2004 Citroen C4 and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 287 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C4 2004 Porsche 911
Make Citroen Porsche
Model C4 911
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1587 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 370 Nm
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.3:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1195 kg 1482 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 64 L


 

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