2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra.
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 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | C4 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
