2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 3 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Palio II |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |