2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2008 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2008 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Brilliance | Citroen |
Model | BS4 | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |