2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C4 | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |