2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Saturn Astra 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 Saturn Astra (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Saturn Astra.
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 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | C4 | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |