2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 374 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Citroen |
Model | Defender | C4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |