2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 113 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C4 | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
