2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C4 and 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C4 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |