Peugeot 308 2021 vs Citroen C4 2020
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 110 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 205 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
| Peugeot 308 engine produces 20 HP less power than Citroen C4, whereas torque is 25 NM less than Citroen C4. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.8 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 50 litres | |
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 197 mm (7.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Citroen C4 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Citroen C4 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 370'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Citroen C3, Opel Combo, Peugeot 2008, Citroen C4 | Installed 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 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Peugeot 308 2021 1.2 engine: Because the timing belt is placed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to axial play in the crankshaft. Citroen C4 2020 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Citroen C4 2020 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.37 m | 4.36 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.52 m | |
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Peugeot 308 is larger, but lower. Peugeot 308 and Citroen C4 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 412 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1323 litres | 1250 litres | |
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Peugeot 308 has more luggage capacity. Peugeot 308 has 32 litres more trunk space than the Citroen C4. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Peugeot 308 (by 73 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Peugeot 308 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Citroen C4, which means Peugeot 308 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`735 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 21 800 | 22 600 | |
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