2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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.
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2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
Model | Passat | C4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |