2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C4 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model C4 Sharan
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1338 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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