2010 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2010 Citroen C4 and 2010 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (201 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 504 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Citroen C4 | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1779 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |