2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | C4 | Sports Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |