2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 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 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C4 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
