2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
