2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1134 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.

Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C4 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make Citroen Land Rover
Model C4 Range Rover Sport
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 624 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 207 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 5.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1456 kg 2590 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4783 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1788 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2743 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 88 L


 

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