2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 636 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C1 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C1 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |