1997 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4. 2010 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
