2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Corsa 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 124 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 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 | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
