2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 368 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
