2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V 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, both vehicles can yield 180 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
