2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C4 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.9 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 | 1585 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |