2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 4 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 23 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, 2012 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 17.7 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
