2012 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo. 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 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen C4 | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
