2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 667 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2000 TVR Speed 12 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 2000 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | C4 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
