2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | 500 | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |