2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2010 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C4 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.9 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 | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
