2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | C4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |