2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |