2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C4 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |