2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
