2004 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Citroen |
| Model | Frontera | C4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
