2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2010 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Delta weights approximately 178 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, 2010 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2010 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
