2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Fiat Idea

To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. 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 Fiat Idea (261 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C4 2007 Fiat Idea
Make Citroen Fiat
Model C4 Idea
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 261 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 185 km/hour 179 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.4 seconds 11.5 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 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 47 L


 

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