2006 MG ZR 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 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZR would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 MG ZR.
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, 2012 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZR | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | MG | Citroen |
| Model | ZR | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
