2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 595 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 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C4 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
