2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2010 Citroen C3 and 2010 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Citroen C3 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | C4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |