2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1087 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 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C4 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
