1999 Honda City vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | City | C4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |