2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 209 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.
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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
