2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 63 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.1 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 | 1257 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
