2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | C4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |