2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C4 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |