2008 Rover 25 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Rover 25.
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 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 25 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 25 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
