2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 13 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2007 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
