2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C4 and 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C4 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
