2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
