2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2002 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |