2005 Citroen C vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
