2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2009 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C4 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 105 L |
