2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |