2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2001 Ford Puma
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Puma would be higher. Both 2005 Citroen C4 and 2001 Ford Puma are equipped with a 1,560 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Ford Puma.
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, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2001 Ford Puma | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Puma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |