2004 Rover 45 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 45 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | 45 | C4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |