2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V.
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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda HR-V | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | HR-V | C4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |