2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
