2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
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, 2006 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C4 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |