2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Ka |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 962 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |