2011 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Transit Connect | C4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |