2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2005 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
