2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 273 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C4 | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |