2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 126 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C4 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
