2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 371 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4.
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 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |