2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
