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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 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 362 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 C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C5 | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |