2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. 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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
