2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 414 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.
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 Volkswagen Sharan (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C4 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |