2012 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C3 and 2012 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4.
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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C3 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | C4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |