2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2004 Citroen C4 (320 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Cobalt | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
