2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z

To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 160 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 Nissan 370Z 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 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C4 2010 Nissan 370Z
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C4 370Z
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 350 HP
Torque 147 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1337 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4427 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1316 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 72 L


 

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