2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Rover 45.
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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C4 | 45 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |