2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
