2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Fiat Idea.
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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2006 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Idea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |