2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Bantam |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |