2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Scenic (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Renault Scenic.
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, 2010 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
