2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Agila 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2004 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C4 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
