2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4.
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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
