2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | Punto | C4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |