2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (141 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 495 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.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 330 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |