2012 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Citroen C5

To start off, both 2012 Citroen C4 and 2012 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5.

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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Citroen C4 2012 Citroen C5
Make Citroen Citroen
Model C4 C5
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1558 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 191 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.8 seconds 13.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1614 kg 1578 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 71 L


 

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