2001 Citroen C vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 473 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |