2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Fiesta | C4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
