2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
