1995 Citroen C vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 509 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
