2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
