2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1999 Honda City
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 City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Honda City.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C4 | City |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |