2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 752 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C4 | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |