2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C4 and 2004 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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 (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C4 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
