2003 Citroen C vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Citroen C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 429 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |