2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP) has 287 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 584 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C4 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |