2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
