2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Honda Today
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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C4 | Today |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |