2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C4 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
