2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
