2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
