2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | C4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |