2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
