2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
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 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
