2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | C4 | ATS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
