2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |