2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Fiat Panda 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 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
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 | 134 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 20 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |