2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 179 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C4 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
