2012 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen C4 | 2008 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C4 | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
