2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 278 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
