2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1338 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |