2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 190 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C8 | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |