2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 260 kg more than 2007 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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C4 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |