2010 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2010 Opel Astra 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Opel Astra | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Opel | Citroen |
Model | Astra | C4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.5 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 | 1230 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |