2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Citroen C4 (240 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
