2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Zagato Zuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Zagato Zuma would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Zagato Zuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Zagato Zuma. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Zagato Zuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Citroen | Zagato |
| Model | C4 | Zuma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
