2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 995 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 |
