2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 95 kg more 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2648 mm |
