2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 2008 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
