2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Ford Kuga.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
