1996 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 1996 Honda Accord and 2010 Citroen C8 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2010 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | C8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |