2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
