2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2002 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2002 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 847 kg more than 2002 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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| 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 | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
