2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 4 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. Both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2011 Ford Kuga are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
