2010 Citroen C4 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 333 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C4 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
