2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 19.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
