2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C4 2006 Opel Vectra
Make Citroen Opel
Model C4 Vectra
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 175 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.9 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.7 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 61 L