2011 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2011 Porsche Cayenne and 2011 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 711 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.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (200 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Porsche | Citroen |
Model | Cayenne | C4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |