2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 73 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C4 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
