2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Citroen C4

To start off, both 2007 Cadillac CTS and 2007 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 294 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac CTS 2007 Citroen C4
Make Cadillac Citroen
Model CTS C4
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 202 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 227 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 8.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1706 kg 1412 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L


 

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