2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. 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 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C5 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 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 | 1446 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
