2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1997 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1997 Subaru Vivio. 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 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1997 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C4 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
