2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 316 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |