2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C4 | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1375 kg | 1453 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 | 5.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |