Citroen C4 2011 vs Citroen C4 2015

 
Citroen C4
2011 - 2015
Citroen C4
2015 - 2018
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 1.6 Petrol1.2 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming belt
Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating.

Performance

Power: 120 HP131 HP
Torque: 160 NM230 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.5 seconds12.2 seconds
Citroen C4 2015 is a more dynamic driving.
Citroen C4 2011 engine produces 11 HP less power than Citroen C4 2015, whereas torque is 70 NM less than Citroen C4 2015. Due to the lower power, Citroen C4 2011 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.94.9
The Citroen C4 2015 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
Citroen C4 2011 consumes 2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C4 2015, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Citroen C4 2011 could require 300 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres60 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 860 km in combined cycle1220 km in combined cycle
1170 km on highway1420 km on highway
Citroen C4 2015 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Engines

Engine production duration: 9 years10 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Citroen C5, Citroen C4 Picasso, Peugeot 3008, Peugeot 2008Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Peugeot 308, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C4 2015 might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets: yesno
The Citroen C4 2011 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.

Dimensions

Length: 4.35 m4.33 m
Width: 2.05 m1.79 m
Height: 1.49 m1.49 m
Citroen C4 2011 is larger.
Citroen C4 2011 is 2 cm longer than the Citroen C4 2015, 26 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 380 litres408 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1183 litres1183 litres
Citroen C4 2015 has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Citroen C4 2011 has 28 litres less trunk space than the Citroen C4 2015. This could mean that the Citroen C4 2011 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters10.7 meters
The turning circle of the Citroen C4 2011 is 0.5 metres more than that of the Citroen C4 2015, which means Citroen C4 2011 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`7651`810
Safety:
Citroen C4 2011 scores higher in safety tests. The Citroen C4 2011 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
below average

below average
Average price (€): 42007600
Pros and Cons: Citroen C4 has
  • timing chain engine
  • higher safety
  • better safety assist technologies
  • lower price
Citroen C4 has
  • timing belt engine
  • more power
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
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