2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,204 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2204 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |