2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |