2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C4 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |