1998 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 1998 Honda Accord and 2007 Citroen C8 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
