2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C4 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |