2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 417 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, 2002 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C4 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 Honda Accord | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
