2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C4 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 92 L |
