2005 Citroen C4 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C4 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
