2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4.
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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
