2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 277 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C4 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
