2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 763 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |