2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 560 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4. 2006 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | C4 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |