2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 359 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
