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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 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 415 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.
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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 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 | 1560 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
