2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C4 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
