2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Panda | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
