2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 453 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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 (200 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
