2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro

To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.

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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C4 2012 Opel Vivaro
Make Citroen Opel
Model C4 Vivaro
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Hatchback Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 136 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 93 mm
Top Speed 208 km/hour 155 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 16.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1263 kg 1613 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 90 L