2012 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2012 Citroen C4 and 2012 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 87 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 27 kg more than 2012 Opel Corsa.

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 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Citroen C4 2012 Opel Corsa
Make Citroen Opel
Model C4 Corsa
Year Released 2012 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1358 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 182 km/hour 166 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.2 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1257 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 46 L


 

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