2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
Make | Citroen | Brilliance |
Model | C4 | BS4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |