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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Ferrari Roma Convertible comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 620 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 207,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Ferrari Roma Convertible?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Ferrari Roma Convertible: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Ferrari Roma Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Ferrari Roma Convertible costs 207,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 173,722 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ferrari Roma Convertible with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 5.1 L/100km.

Roma Convertible

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ferrari Roma Convertible offers significantly more power – delivering 620 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 490 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari Roma Convertible is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ferrari Roma Convertible is markedly faster – reaching 320 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 117 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari Roma Convertible delivers substantially more torque with 760 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.

DS 4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 4 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is very slightly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,654 kg. The difference is around 96 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers visibly more boot space – 430 L compared to 272 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 4 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £34,000
DS 4

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 L/100km
DS Automobiles DS 4
Ferrari Roma Convertible

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DS Automobiles DS 4

The DS 4 is a striking compact that wears couture-inspired styling like a tailored suit, and its cabin feels more boutique hotel than ordinary hatchback with premium materials and clever detailing. On the road it mixes poise with comfort, rewarding drivers who want a refined, characterful alternative to the usual suspects — and enjoy the odd admiring glance at the lights.

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Ferrari Roma Convertible

The Ferrari Roma Spider dresses the marque’s drama in a restrained, almost polite suit, folding its roof away to reveal a cabin that feels as civilized as it does intoxicating. Behind the wheel it serves grand touring manners with a playful shove and soundtrack, perfect for drivers who want thrilling Ferrari emotion without the daily fuss.

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DS Automobiles DS 4
Ferrari Roma Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
207,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
234 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,654 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
272 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,656 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,974 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,306 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
620 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
320 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
760 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
456 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
3,855 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Ferrari
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