2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 3 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
