2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1596 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 | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1108 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |