2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
