2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 345 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.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
