2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C4 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make Citroen Skoda
Model C4 Fabia
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.2 seconds 11.5 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 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.7 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L


 

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