2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2011 Citroen C4 and 2011 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 805 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C4 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C4 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
