2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2001 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2001 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
