2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C5 and 2009 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 482 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.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (290 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C5 | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |