2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (218 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4.

Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (407 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model C4 Touareg
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 218 HP
Torque 200 Nm 407 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 195 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1910 mm


 

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