2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C4 | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |