2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C4 and 2005 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (176 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (200 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |