2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 132 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
