2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Aveo and 2008 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | C4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
