1998 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Civic | C4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |