2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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 (240 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2473 mm |
