2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C4 | Combo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
