2010 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | C4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
