2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 241 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C4 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |