2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 467 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 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius. 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2009 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | C4 | Rodius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |