2010 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 237 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 Citroen C4 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Transit Connect | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Transit Connect | C4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |