2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 83 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.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |