2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 350 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 C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C4 | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1607 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 | 6.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |