2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2003 Opel Agila. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2003 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C4 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
