2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 76 kg more than 2013 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |