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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 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 105 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 (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 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 Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2353 cc 1749 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L