2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2003 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
