2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C4 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
