2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Optra and 2009 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
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 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Optra | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.8 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 | 1211 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |